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Ugli Fruit
JamaicaWinter to spring (December–April)Sweet-tart, complex citrus, tangerine-grapefruit hybrid
Did You Know?
Ugli fruit was discovered growing wild in Jamaica around 1917 — its odd appearance led to its deliberately humorous marketing name, 'UGLI®' (trademarked by Cabel Hall Citrus).
Overview
Jamaica · Winter to spring (December–April) · fruits
Ugli fruit is a Jamaican citrus hybrid (tangelo) of tangerine, grapefruit, and orange. It has rough, wrinkled, unattractive skin but sweet, juicy, complex citrus flesh.
Jamaica
Origin
Winter to spring
Season
Easy
Difficulty
fruits
Category
Flavor Profile
Sweet-tartcomplex citrustangerine-grapefruit hybridjuicy
Storage Tips
Room temperature up to 1 week. Refrigerate up to 3 weeks.
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How to Cook with Ugli Fruit
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Peel and eat fresh like grapefruit. Juice for cocktails and dressings. Sweeter than grapefruit with less bitterness.
Best Pairings
honeygingermintavocadosalmoncream
Substitutes
Tangelo, grapefruit, mandarin
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Ugli Fruit
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0.1
carbs
11.4
fiber
1.8
protein
0.8
calories
45
vitamin_c
70% DV
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginJamaica
SeasonWinter to spring (December–April)
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
High in vitamin C and antioxidants. Supports immune health.
Ugli Fruit Photos
5 photos showcasing Ugli Fruit in its many forms
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Ugli Fruit
fruits
OriginJamaica
SeasonWinter to spring (December–April)
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Sweet-tartcomplex citrustangerine-grapefruit hybridjuicy
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